October 11, 2023Estate PlanningWhat Happens When Someone Dies Without a Will?When someone dies without a will, it is known as intestacy. Intestacy laws vary from state to state, but in general, the assets of the deceased person will be distributed to their closest living relatives in a…Continue reading
September 27, 2023Estate PlanningThe Pros and Cons of Living TrustsA living trust is a type of trust that is created and funded during the grantor’s lifetime. The grantor is the person who creates the trust and transfers assets to it. The trustee is the person who manages the…Continue reading
September 13, 2023Uncategorized5 Most Common Estate Planning Mistakes to AvoidPlanning your estate involves creating a comprehensive plan for the distribution of your assets after your passing. This process is crucial for everyone, but there are common mistakes that can be easily…Continue reading
September 25, 2016Estate PlanningLegal Options to Protect Your Elderly Loved OnesLast week the world lost an incredible talent with a warm heart, Gene Wilder. The actor was best known for his iconic role in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. What many may have not known is that Wilder…Continue reading
August 25, 2016Legal TipsTop Tips for Recognizing and Addressing Elder AbuseElder abuse takes many forms and continues to be an issue affecting seniors in Connecticut, New York and everywhere. In fact, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), at least 1 in every 10…Continue reading
January 27, 2016Legal TipsDid You Know it’s a Crime to Conceal or Destroy a Will?Connecticut CT General Statute 53a-131 makes it a crime to unlawfully conceal, hide, suppress, mutilate or destroy a will, or similar type of instrument with the intent to defraud another. In a perfect world…Continue reading